Peak Numbers

Maximum number of concurrent sessions defines how many connected users a Portal Server deployment can handle.

To calculate the maximum number of concurrent sessions, use this formula:

maximum number of concurrent sessions =
expected percent of users online * user base

To identify the size of the user base or pool of potential users for an enterprise portal, here are some suggestions:

• Identify only users who are active. Do not include users who are, for example, away on vacation, or on leave.

• Use a finite figure for user base. For an anonymous portal, estimate this number conservatively.

• Study access logs.

• Identify the geographic locations of your user base.

• Remember what your business plan states regarding who your users are.